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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished - A home away from home (Ruaka)
A home away from home provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Comfort Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Apartment, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Apartment, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ruaka is home to A home away from home. Muthaiga Golf Club and Kenya Railway Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nairobi National Park and Karura Forest. Funscapes Theme Park and Fairview Coffee Estate are also worth visiting. Visit our Ruaka travel guide
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Limuru Rd, Ruaka, Kiambu County

What's nearby

  • Two Rivers Mall
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Funscapes Theme Park
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Rosslyn Riviera Mall
    5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Village Market
    6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • United Nations Office at Nairobi
    8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Syokimau SGR Railway Station
    30 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hob House
    7 min drive
  • Panda Tea
    5 min drive
  • The Pork Pit
    3 min drive
  • Artcaffe
    6 min drive
  • Palace Instanbul
    4 min drive

About this property

A home away from home

Along with dry cleaning, this apartment building has laundry facilities and ATM/banking services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Each apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request.
A home away from home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature slippers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib: KES 1,000 per day

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: KES 1,000 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Window guards

General

  • 2 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting units available
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for KES 1000 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for KES 1000 per day

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: KES 5000.0 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: KES 800.0 per person, per week

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: KES 1000 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: KES 1000 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is A home away from home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at A home away from home?

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at A home away from home?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is A home away from home located?

Situated in Ruaka, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Two Rivers Mall, Funscapes Theme Park, and Rosslyn Riviera Mall. Village Market and Embassy of Sweden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

A home away from home Reviews

6.0

6.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Location

6.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fearing.

Never got there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2019